automatic transmission fluid RAM CHASSIS CAB 2007 Owner's Manual

Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000
(Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (97 000) (109 000) (121 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage. X X XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X X
Change automatic transmission fluid. X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if
not replaced at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). X
Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. X X
Replace fuel filter element. X X X478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (133 000) (145 000) (157 000) (161 000) (169 000)
[Months] [66] [72] [78] [84]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage. X X XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at
60 mos. X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X
Change automatic transmission fluid. X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required.* X X
Inspect fan hub. X
Inspect damper. X480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 112,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000
(Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000)
[Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage. X X XXXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 120
months, if not replaced at 100,000 miles (161
000 km). X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required.* X X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X X
Change automatic transmission fluid. X X482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir,
take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel
and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade
performance.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Lubricate Drivetrain/Steering/Suspension Grease Fit-
tings (if equipped)
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints/U— joints (if equipped) and
front suspension components.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the manual transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4).486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval
shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. X X XXX
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage. XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant. X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and
change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return
filter (if equipped).** X
Inspect brake linings. X X SCHEDULE “B” 491
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Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter at in-
terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes
first. X X XXXX
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage. XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid
and change main sump filter and spin-on
cooler return filter (if equipped).** X
Inspect brake linings. X X496 SCHEDULE “B”
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Adding Fuel ........................ 333,335
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 130
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter) .......................... 406,407,446
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 420
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............. 420,421
Air Conditioning System ................ 233,420
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 236
AirFilter .............................. 407
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 315,323
Airbag .............................. 48,53
Airbag Light ......................... 76,173
Airbag On/Off Switch ..................... 53
Alarm, Panic ............................ 22
Alarm (Security Alarm) ................. 18,175
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alignment and Balance ................... 322
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 226 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .............. 428,429
Capacities ........................... 468
Anti-Lock Warning Light ............... 177,304
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ..................... 18,175
Appearance Care ........................ 452
Ashtray ............................... 151
Auto Unlock, Doors ...................... 145
AutomaticDimmingMirror ................. 84
Automatic Door Locks .................... 145
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 12
Interlock System ........................ 15
Automatic Transmission ........... 267,273,438,441
Fluid and Filter Changes .............. 440,443
Fluid Level Check ................ 439,441,442
FluidType ..................... 438,441,471
Shift Indicator ........................ 175
Special Additives ................... 441,444
Automatic Transmission (Diesel Engine Only) .... 438514 INDEX

Automatic Transmission (Gas Engine Only) ..... 441
AxleFluid .......................... 437,471
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 437
BallJoints ............................. 422
Battery ............................ 418,419
Blanket .......................... 260,420
Emergency Starting ..................... 382
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 123
Bearings .............................. 444
Belts,Drive ............................ 406
Belts, Seat .............................. 35
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 423
B-Pillar Location ........................ 310
Brake Fluid ............................ 471
Brake System ........................ 301,434
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 302
Disc Brakes .......................... 434 Fluid Check .......................... 435
Hoses .............................. 434
Master Cylinder ....................... 435
Parking ............................. 299
Warning Light ........................ 177
Bulb Replacement ....................... 462
Bulbs,Light ............................ 461
Cab Top Clearance Lights .................. 466
Calibration, Compass .................. 138,148
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 468
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 468
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine) ....................... 401,403
Power Steering ........................ 421
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 429
Car Washes ............................ 452
Carbon Monoxide Warning ............... 75,330
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 228 INDEX 515
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Lug Nuts ............................. 376
Lumbar Support ........................ 116
Maintenance ........................... 396
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 418
Maintenance Procedures ................... 398
Maintenance Schedule ................. 474,484
Schedule “A” ......................... 498
Schedule “B” ......................... 487
Manual, Service ......................... 508
Manual Transmission .................. 279,438
Fluid Level Check ................... 437,438
Lubricant Selection ..................... 471
Shift Speeds .......................... 280
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 141
Mirrors ................................ 83
Automatic Dimming ..................... 84
Electric Powered ....................... 85
Outside .............................. 84 Rearview ............................. 83
TrailerTowing ...................... 86,354
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Mopar Parts ......................... 395,507
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 125
Navigation Radio ........................ 218
Navigation System ....................... 218
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 72
Noise Control
Maintenance .......................... 445
Tampering Prohibited ................... 446
Noise Emission Warranty ............... 445,447
Occupant Restraints ....................... 34
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 327
Odometer .......................... 175,179
Trip ............................. 175,179
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 298 INDEX 523
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Snow Tires ........................... 324
Spinning ............................ 319
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 320
Wheel Mounting ....................... 372
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... 376
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 346
Torque Converter Clutch ................ 272,278
Tow Hooks, Emergency ................... 386
Towing ............................... 341
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 387
Guide .............................. 346
Recreational .......................... 360
Weight .............................. 346
Traction .............................. 298
Traction Control ......................... 437
TrailerTowing .......................... 341
Cooling System Tips .................... 354
Hitches ............................. 345
Minimum Requirements ................. 347 Mirrors ........................... 86,354
Trailer and Tongue Weight ................ 346
Wiring .............................. 351
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 346
TrailerWeight .......................... 346
Transaxle
Automatic ............................ 12
Manual .............................. 14
Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted .................... 288
Fluid ............................... 471
Transmission
Automatic ................... 267,273,438,441
Fluid ............................... 471
Maintenance ....................... 438,441
Manual ..................... 248,252,279,438
Shifting ............................. 266
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 24
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 320 INDEX 529
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